Are you struggling with PTSD, or know someone struggling? PTSD or post-traumatic stress disorder is a mental health condition that develops after a person experiences or witnesses a traumatic event. There have been studies that show that medical cannabis can help someone who is struggling with PTSD. If you think that medical cannabis can help you or someone you know with their PTSD, keep reading to learn more about it.
Medical Cannabis in Oklahoma
Medical cannabis has been legalized in Oklahoma, but recreational cannabis has not. To use medical cannabis, you have to have a license in Oklahoma, and that is obtained by a note from your physician. There are no set guidelines when obtaining a license besides getting a physician’s recommendation. Medical cannabis is used as a pain relief treatment. There are some side effects from using medical cannabis. Some of these side effects include the following:
- Dizziness
- Nausea/Vomiting
- Impaired coordination
These are just some of the side effects, but with the side effects, there are also many benefits that medical cannabis has on people, such as:
- Pain relief
- Sleep improvement
- Better mental health
There are many more pros and cons when it comes to medical marijuana, which is why it has to be recommended by a doctor. Not all states have legalized medical cannabis; Oklahoma is 1 of 40 states that have legalized it.
Veterans and PTSD
When you serve in the military, you are exposed to multiple traumatic experiences that may increase your chances of developing PTSD. Very veterans, 7 out of every 100, will have PTSD. It’s more common for veterans who’ve deployed to get PTSD rather than ones who have not. There are many resources for veterans who are struggling with PTSD in Oklahoma. These services are there to help veterans and their families cope with PTSD and other challenges.
Veterans and Medical Cannabis
Veterans can obtain a medical cannabis license in Oklahoma and may use it for many conditions, including chronic pain or PTSD. The VA is not authorized to hand out recommendation letters for medical cannabis, but a veteran can go through a physician to get it. It’s been shown that 83% of veterans support medical cannabis programs. If a veteran is using medical cannabis, it won’t affect their benefits. VA providers discuss medical cannabis use with veterans for comprehensive care planning, and so they can adjust their treatment plan as necessary.
How To Obtain a Medical Cannabis License
Step 1: Get a recommendation for medical cannabis from a physician
Step 2: Submit all required documents
- Proof of Oklahoma residency
- Proof of identity
- A photograph of yourself
- The physician recommendation form
Step 3: Register with OMMA (Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority)
Step 4: Submit your application
OMMA is the regulatory agency for Oklahoma’s medical marijuana program. They are responsible for processing commercial and patient license applications, providing customer service for applicants and people with licenses, facilitating the rules for medical marijuana based on the state statutes, enforcing the rules, and investigating possible violations of medical marijuana laws. These are just some examples of what OMMA is responsible for. OMMA wants to provide a safe medical cannabis program that is appropriately regulated to support responsible industry growth and innovation.
Veterans, PTSD, and Medical Cannabis
If you have any questions or are inquiring about PTSD and medical cannabis, feel free to reach out to Brune Law Firm. They will be able to help you understand all the legal logistics and how to qualify for a medical cannabis license if you are a veteran struggling with PTSD.